Why It's a Great Opportunity:

Come to Pierce County and lead purposeful work! The Pierce County Human Resources Department has an exciting leadership opportunity on our Organizational Training and Development Team - the Organizational Training and Development Manager. This position manages the County’s training program through the design, development, and facilitation of content. Our Organizational Training and Development Manager will champion the County’s efforts to create an organizational culture that delivers equitable outcomes in policies, programs, and practices. You will have the opportunity to assess the County’s current training curriculum and continue to develop one of the most robust programs in our area.

You will play a pivotal role in evaluating the County's current organizational development needs through use of engagement surveys, supporting employee resource groups, and building strong partnerships with departments and executive leadership in support of the County’s initiatives. From there, you will have the opportunity use what you learn to make a significant impact on the future of Pierce County and its workforce.

Why It's a Great Department:

The Pierce County Human Resources Department delivers innovative, specialized human resources services to help the County attract and retain a high-performing, diverse workforce that creates a healthy work environment and a livable Pierce County. We provide a wide range of human resource management functions for all County departments and administer a comprehensive personnel management system. You can look forward to joining a hard-working team committed to meeting the highest principles of human resources services.

How to be Successful in the Role:

Your ability to demonstrate cultural competency and awareness, navigate governmental organizations, and work collaboratively with diverse groups of people will drive your success. You will need to exhibit a strong skillset in effective verbal and written communication to a wide variety of audiences including County leadership and employees, stakeholders, and the public.

Your Future in this Role:

You and your team will lead the learning and development strategy for Pierce County in support of the County’s initiatives and programs. Pierce County offers professional development through the Leadership Certification program, robust online learning, direct feedback from your manager, and other training opportunities throughout your career to ensure your success.

Core Daily Responsibilities:

Plan, develop and coordinate comprehensive employee training and development programs that are aligned with the County’s objectives. Conduct training and development needs assessments and propose training programs that will promote equity and enhance the talent across the County.
Monitor the training and DEI budgets and participate in the coordination, preparation, review, and administration of the department's annual budget.
Support the Executive’s DEI Initiative, training, events, reporting, and activities.
Oversee the County’s Mentorship, Leadership Development/Certification, and Employee Engagement Programs.
Collaborate, train, and improve communications with a County-wide group of liaisons to the human resources department.
Proactively engage, communicate with, and collaborate with department heads, managers, and supervisors to assess needs and ensure consistent training and development efforts.

Minimum Recruiting Requirements:

Demonstrated high level of proficiency in employee training and development methods, techniques, and practices.
Demonstrated proficiency successfully facilitating and delivering live and remote training.
Demonstrated understanding of effective supervisory practices and management principles, including the importance of holding employees accountable.

For a complete list of minimum qualifications, please refer to the classification here.

Application and Selection Process:

To be considered for this opportunity please:

Complete and submit an online Pierce County Employment Application by selecting "APPLY" above or go to: www.piercecountywa.gov/jobs.

Please submit a copy of your cover letter and resume. Failure to attach this will result in an incomplete application and you will not be considered as an eligible candidate.

If you have a question about this opportunity, please email the Recruitment Team at PCHRRecruit@piercecountywa.gov and specify the Job Number and Title.
If you do not have internet access, you may visit your local public library or any WorkSource location and use their computers.
Individuals needing accommodation in the application, testing process, or need this job announcement in an alternative format may call Human Resources at (253) 798-7480, at least two days prior to the need.

This is a competitive selection process. Your application will be reviewed and evaluated for the quality and quantity of education/experience/proficiency in the areas listed. Applicants whose qualifications most closely correspond to the County's needs will be eligible for further consideration. Notification of application status normally occurs 2 to 3 weeks after the closing date. Short notice may be given to applicants to participate in further selection processes which may include assessments, phone screen, and interviews.

At Pierce County, diversity, equity, and inclusion means commitment, not a single step. We strive to foster an inclusive environment that supports equitable access to opportunities throughout your career. We want to recruit, develop, and maintain a talented workforce from various backgrounds, cultures, lifestyles, and perspectives, committed to our vision. Employees of the County have local, direct, and visible impact in our diverse community. Will you join us in keeping Pierce County place people are proud to call home?

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